Senior Engineer

Job Title: Senior Engineer

Reports to: Production Manager

Job Purpose

This Job Description is intended as a guide to the type of role the Job Holder is expected to perform. As the nature of our business can vary with changes in customer requirements and operating procedures, the following tasks are the key duties of the role, but it is understood that the Job holder will undertake any function in which he/she is adequately trained or competent. If in time, significant changes to the role are experienced, a new Job Description will be issued.

Responsible for carrying out planned maintenance on print and other production machinery, to respond to breakdowns and work requests raised by the production team. To ensure the reliability of machinery to maintain plant production output. To manage the engineer within the team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Perform planned maintenance on print and other production machinery.
2. Respond to breakdowns and ad-hoc requests for work in a timely manner.
3. Record all engineering activities carried out by use of the Electronic Maintenance Management System (C Works).
4. Liaise with the site lead and production managers regarding ordering replacement parts and spares. Maintain an adequate stock control system/process.
5. Liaise with external suppliers to organise/gather service and parts details needed to maintain smooth operation.
6. Diagnose problems in a timely manner to keep machine downtime to a minimum.
7. Support with any training needs for the engineer to ensure effective support and coverage of engineering activities at the Greenford site.
8. Maintain the engineering office in line with 5S and GMP standards.
9. Actively involve in improvement and proactive projects to promote CI culture.
10. Arrange a schedule of maintenance activities to be carried out, including scheduling tasks for the Engineer.
11. Analyse and present engineering KPI to management.

KEY CONTACTS:

• Operations Director
• Production Managers
• Shift Supervisors and Team Leaders

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Should have a recognised technical qualification e.g. City and Guilds, Diploma, BENG etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE:

• Experienced in Mechanical engineering (minimum 5 years’ experience).
• To hold a recognised technical qualification (e.g. City & Guilds).
• Knowledge of Pneumatics and Hydraulics.
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits is preferable.
• Experience of working in the print industry would be highly advantageous.
• Good computer knowledge in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and other packages.
• Good problem-solving techniques.

BEHAVIOURS:

• Work on own initiative and under pressure.
• Self-motivated.
• Team Player.
• Flexible attitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Can-do attitude.
• Good level of communication and listening.
• Reflection of WestRock Values and Behaviours (Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, Respect).

QUALITY SYSTEM

• All functions to be carried out in accordance with ISO 9001:2008 quality management standard requirements with reference to the site’s Quality Policy, Policy Manual & relevant Works Instructions.

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others and working with due regard to the responsibilities detailed in the company’s Health & Safety Policy Statement.
• Take the lead with regards to any H&S issue throughout the department, ensuring that all staff are complying with the company procedures.

ENVIRONMENTAL

• All functions to be carried out in accordance with ISO 14001 environmental management system standard requirements with particular reference to the site’s Environmental Policy, Policy Manual & relevant Works Instructions.

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